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Liberty Wing Airmen deploy to bolster U.S. defense posture in Middle East

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Matthew Lariviere marshals an F-15E Strike Eagle at RAF Lakenheath, England, during a deployment departure to an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Oct. 13, 2023. The 494th FS will be assigned to U.S. Air Forces Central Command where they’ll be postured to support contingency operations, and protect coalition forces and citizens abroad. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Seleena Muhammad-Ali)

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Liberty Wing Airmen deploy to bolster U.S. defense posture in Middle East

A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle assigned to the 494th Fighter Squadron takes off from RAF Lakenheath, England, during a deployment departure to an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Oct. 13, 2023. The 494th FS will be assigned to U.S. Air Forces Central Command where they’ll be postured to support contingency operations, and protect coalition forces and citizens abroad. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Seleena Muhammad-Ali)

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Liberty Wing Airmen deploy to bolster U.S. defense posture in Middle East

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Smith Antone, 492nd Fighter Generation Squadron crew chief, conducts pre-flight checks of an F-15E Strike Eagle at RAF Lakenheath, England, during a deployment departure to an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Oct. 13, 2023. While deployed, the 494th FS will support U.S. Air Forces Central Command and be an engaged, postured and ready partner, supporting coalition forces to assure, deter and defend in an increasingly complex and dynamic security environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Seleena Muhammad-Ali)

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RAF Lakenheath's first F-15 to achieve 10,000 flight hours

A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle takes off at RAF Lakenheath, July 28, 2023. This particular aircraft has been a part of the Liberty Wing for the past 31 years, originally arriving on September 17, 1992, and recently became the first RAF Lakenheath F-15 of any variant to achieve 10,000 flight hours. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Delanie Brown)

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RAF Lakenheath's first F-15 to achieve 10,000 flight hours

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Carter Beckman, 492nd Fighter Generation Squadron assistant dedicated crew chief, prepares to marshal an F-15E Strike Eagle at RAF Lakenheath, England, July 28, 2023.This particular aircraft has accumulated more than 30,000 maintenance hours over its 31 years of service for the Liberty Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Delanie Brown)

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RAF Lakenheath's first F-15 to achieve 10,000 flight hours

U.S. Air Force crew chiefs assigned to the 492nd Fighter Generation Squadron communicate with aircrew at RAF Lakenheath, July 28, 2023. This particular aircraft has accumulated more than 30,000 maintenance hours over its 31 years of service for the Liberty Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Delanie Brown)

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SECAF visits the Liberty Wing

Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall talks with U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Joseph Campo, 48th Fighter Wing commander, at RAF Lakenheath, England, July 13, 2023. As one of the key stops during the visit, 48th MUNS showcased conventional employment concepts and demonstrated how they have maintained a ready and alert posture, which has proven successful in recent real world taskings. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Seleena Muhammad-Ali)

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SECAF visits the Liberty Wing

Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall addresses the 48th Fighter Wing during a base-wide all-call at RAF Lakenheath, England, July 13, 2023. During his trip, Kendall visited various units where he held discussions on vital matters, highlighted strategic goals, acknowledged the contributions of Airmen and shared his vision for the future during a base-wide all-call. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Seleena Muhammad-Ali)

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SECAF visits the Liberty Wing

Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall addresses the 48th Fighter Wing during a base-wide all-call at RAF Lakenheath, England, July 13, 2023. During a base-wide all-call, Kendall emphasized the importance of the Liberty Wing’s mission as U.S. Air Forces in Europe’s only fourth and fifth generation fighter wing and the region’s premiere fighter wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Seleena Muhammad-Ali)

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JLTVs set to take the streets of RAF Lakenheath

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Joseph Campo, 48th Fighter Wing commander, walks around a Joint Light Tactical Vehicle at RAF Lakenheath, England, June 22, 2023. The JLTV directly supports the Liberty Wing’s mission priorities by increasing operational readiness and maintaining an active and ready posture. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Delanie Brown)

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JLTVs set to take the streets of RAF Lakenheath

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 48th Security Forces Squadron and the 48th Logistics Readiness Squadron discuss the new Joint Light Tactical Vehicle on RAF Lakenheath, England, June 22, 2023. The new JLTVs provide a reliable weapon system platform to achieve fire security, which will add to the 48th Fighter Wing’s readiness priority. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Delanie Brown)

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JLTVs set to take the streets of RAF Lakenheath

U.S. Air Force Capt. Michael Sanders, 48th Logistics Readiness Squadron vehicle maintenance flight commander, performs electronic checks in Joint Light Tactical Vehicle at RAF Lakenheath, England, June 22, 2023. The JLTVs, which will replace Humvees, will be used for daily operations in the vicinity of the flightline, providing increased operational security for the Liberty Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Delanie Brown)

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Liberty Wing activates first fifth-generation Fighter Generation Squadrons

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. James Antone, 48th Maintenance Group deputy commander, left, presents the guidon to Maj. Stephen Ortner, 495th Fighter Generation Squadron commander, right, during the 493rd and 495th FGS activation and assumption of command ceremony at RAF Lakenheath, England, June 9, 2023. The activation of the 493rd and 495th FGS is intended to offer squadrons increased control of their assets to meet their mission and manpower requirements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Seleena Muhammad-Ali)

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Liberty Wing activates first fifth-generation Fighter Generation Squadrons

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. James Antone, 48th Maintenance Group deputy commander, left, presents the guidon to Maj. Shaun Chauta, 493rd Fighter Generation Squadron commander, during the 493rd and 495th FGS activation and assumption of command ceremony at RAF Lakenheath, England, June 9, 2023. The activation of the 493rd and 495th FGS is intended to offer squadrons increased control of their assets to meet their mission and manpower requirements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Seleena Muhammad-Ali)

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Liberty Wing activates first fifth-generation Fighter Generation Squadrons

U.S. Air Force Omari Miller, 495th Fighter Generation Squadron F-35 avionics technician, replaces his 748th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron patch with the 495th Fighter Generation Squadron patch, signifying the deactivation and activation of the squadrons at RAF Lakenheath, England, June 9, 2023. The 748th AMXS was succeeded by the 493rd and 495th Fighter Generation Squadrons, establishing the first two Fifth-Generation FGS in the European theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Seleena Muhammad-Ali)

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Liberty Wing activates first fifth-generation Fighter Generation Squadrons

Liberty Wing Airmen gather to attend the 748th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron deactivation ceremony and the activation and the assumption of command of the 493rd and 495th Fighter Generation Squadrons at RAF Lakenheath, June 9, 2023. The activation of the new fighter generation squadrons aligns with the U.S. Air Force’s new Combat Oriented Maintenance Organization (COMO) structure, aimed to transition aircraft maintenance units into smaller fighter generation squadrons to improve synchronization between the fighter squadron and the combat components of maintenance and operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Seleena Muhammad-Ali)

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NY Jets, Liberty Wing host first U.K. vs U.S. flag football game

U.S. Senior Airman Joshua Hartman, assigned to the 48th Security Forces Squadron, catches a pass during a flag football game against a U.K. Armed Forces team at Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, May 12, 2023. The flag football game, hosted by the New York Jets and the Armed Forces Flag Football Association, was intended to foster an environment where both teams could participate in a shared activity to promote teamwork, communication and mutual respect. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Seleena Muhammad-Ali)

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NY Jets, Liberty Wing host first U.K. vs U.S. flag football game

U.K. Armed Forces and U.S. Visiting Forces flag football teams pose for a photo after a friendly match at Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, May 12, 2023.The flag football game, hosted by the New York Jets and the Armed Forces Flag Football Association, was intended to foster an environment where both teams could participate in a shared activity to promote teamwork, communication and mutual respect. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Seleena Muhammad-Ali)

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NY Jets, Liberty Wing host first U.K. vs U.S. flag football game

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Robert Briske, 752nd Special Operations Aircraft Maintenance Squadron phase avionics technician, runs toward the end zone during a flag football game against a U.K. Armed Forces team at Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, May 12, 2023. The game was intended to foster positive relations between the two partner nations through an exchange of a cultural pastime. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Seleena Muhammad-Ali)

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NY Jets, Liberty Wing host first U.K. vs U.S. flag football game

U.K. Armed Forces team members down U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Cody Alfred, 748th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron assistant dedicated crew chief, during a flag football game at Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, May 12, 2023. The matches provided an opportunity for the Partner nations to participate in a friendly, military-to-military engagement and build relationships with one another. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Renee Nicole F. Gamez)

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